Which is cheaper, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the Spinnaker Popeye?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Popeye is the cheaper of the two at $395, against $5,300 for the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor — a $4,905 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the Spinnaker Popeye?

The Spinnaker Popeye wears larger at 43mm versus 42mm for the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor — a 1mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor or the Spinnaker Popeye?

The Spinnaker Popeye is rated to 150m versus 100m for the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor.

What movement does the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor run compared to the Spinnaker Popeye?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor uses the BE-92AE and the Spinnaker Popeye uses the SII NH35A.

Side by side

Bremont Altitude MB MeteorvsSpinnaker Popeye

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Bremont Altitude MB Meteor

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MSRP $5,300

Spinnaker Popeye

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MSRP $395

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Altitude MB Meteor42mm

Popeye43mm

Power Reserve

Altitude MB Meteor40h

Popeye40h

Water Resistance

Altitude MB Meteor100m

Popeye150m

MSRP

Altitude MB Meteor$5,300

Popeye$395

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

Dial Color

Black

Popeye Blue

Movement

1 specs

Caliber

BE-92AE

SII NH35A

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$5,300

$395

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Bremont Altitude MB Meteor

The Bremont Altitude MB Meteor features a 42mm Grade 2 titanium case with black DLC finishing and a refined Trip-Tick construction. Reviewers note its slimmer profile and reduced lug-to-lug distance make it more wearable than previous MB models. The watch has a bi-directional Roto-Click inner bezel, a black dial with Felix the Cat imagery and bright yellow accents, and is powered by the automatic calibre BB14-AH with a 68-hour power reserve. Overall, reviewers highlight the Bremont Altitude MB Meteor's improved wearability and distinctive design elements.

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Spinnaker Popeye

The Spinnaker Popeye is a fun, playful dive watch with extensive lume and a dramatic, ultra-domed sapphire crystal. Owners are drawn to the nostalgia and playful styling, though some find the cartoon theme cheapens the look and the 42mm case too thick. The rubber strap can be stiff, and some owners report poor customer service. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Spinnaker Popeye for its unique, nostalgic design and extensive lume.

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